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Stopped in for a late lunch, and had to wait for a table. A lady, two people behind us, walks in grabs a table because she knows someone who works there, and they let her...rude! The food is good and you get decent size portions,...More

Thank Dawn C

Villageinnempire, Public Relations Manager at Joe's Friendly Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2017

I'm not exactly sure what went down with the lady that was in line behind you, but I can assure you.... it is not Joe's Friendly Taverns policy to give preferential treatment to people our staff knows. Sometimes larger groups in line behind smaller groups...More

We were staying at the Indigo Bluffs RV Campground about 3 miles away and the front desk staff recommended this place. Great little tavern, very near the entrance to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Great pub atmosphere and fantastic burgers. I ate a whole...More

Thank HavasuBabe

Villageinnempire, Public Relations Manager at Joe's Friendly Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2017

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our food and our service. Thank you for sharing your experience at Joe's with the TA community. We hope you visit us again, soon.

We went in on a Sunday what would be prime time about 11 with 10 people got seated right away we had 3 small kids with us. the servers were amazing super nice and great with the boys ages 3,4 and 7. Food was good...More

Thank 2Doggiess

Villageinnempire, Public Relations Manager at Joe's Friendly Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 22 October 2017

Thank you for sharing your experience at Joe's. We hope you visit our area (and us) again.

During a slow time, Monday late lunchtime, we stopped in for a late lunch. The service was slow, inattentive, and “unaware.” Great burger as usual, but the prices seemed unreasonably high. Maybe still “tourist pricing” from the summer?? A little disappointed.

Thank lauragatz

Villageinnempire, Public Relations Manager at Joe's Friendly Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 21 October 2017

Sorry we disappointed you, good customer service is something we pride ourselves on. Thank you for letting us know we fell short on this occasion. We will take steps to correct this.

Casual, local restaurant where it seems everyone knows everyone. They are very friendly and full of suggestions but you can't miss with the burgers. The menu says the chili has a kick and it does-very tasty. Also, the onion rings are delicious and love the...More

Thank 63Kathyd

Villageinnempire, Public Relations Manager at Joe's Friendly Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 20 October 2017

Thanks for mentioning our Tater Tots....they kinda get overlooked with all the burger action. Glad you enjoyed, we hope to see you again.

If you are looking for a great burger and a place to stop after hiking or biking, this is an excellent rest stop. The burgers are excellent and they have many types of beers to choose from. They have items on the menu as well....More

Thank jjnemitz

Villageinnempire, Public Relations Manager at Joe's Friendly Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 18 October 2017

The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is indeed a great place to visit during all four seasons. Thank you for promoting us and our region. We look forward to seeing you again.

We were in Empire for one night. Our Inn Keeper directed us to Joe's and we are so glad he did. The menu has several options. We both chose to get burgers. Perfection. The bun was soft and fresh, as all burger buns should be,...More

Thank DAVE K

Villageinnempire, Public Relations Manager at Joe's Friendly Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2017